1957 Austin A135 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 872 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A135 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 414 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |